Johannes Hendrik Van Der Merwe
About Johannes Hendrik Van Der Merwe
Johannes Hendrik Van Der Merwe is a Senior Systems Specialist specializing in Rail and Transit Infrastructure at Hatch in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He has extensive experience in railway engineering, having previously worked at Ansys Ltd and Ansaldo STS in various engineering roles.
Work at Hatch
Johannes Hendrik Van Der Merwe has been employed at Hatch since 2019 as a Senior Systems Specialist in Rail & Transit Infrastructure. In this role, he focuses on the integration and optimization of systems within rail projects. He has also served as a Signalling Engineer at Hatch from 2012 to 2014, contributing to various rail infrastructure projects. His current responsibilities include overseeing the Signals & Train Control discipline for the Confederation Line Extension Project in Ottawa, Ontario, where he has been involved since its inception.
Previous Experience in Rail and Transit
Prior to his current position at Hatch, Johannes worked at Ansys Ltd in various roles from 2007 to 2012. He began as a Junior Engineer, then progressed to Systems Engineer in the Rail Domain, and later served as Integration Engineer. His experience also includes a role as Production Engineering Manager for a brief period. Additionally, he worked at Ansaldo STS as a Railway Signal Design Engineer from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on railway signaling systems.
Education and Expertise
Johannes holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Pretoria, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at the University of the Witwatersrand, earning a Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in systems integration and rail infrastructure.
Background
Johannes Hendrik Van Der Merwe has a professional background primarily in rail and transit infrastructure. He has worked in various capacities across different organizations in South Africa and Canada. His career spans over a decade, with significant experience in systems engineering, signaling design, and project leadership within the rail sector.
Project Involvement
Johannes has been actively involved in the Confederation Line Extension Project since 2019. As the Discipline Lead for Signals & Train Control, he oversees critical aspects of the project, ensuring the integration of advanced signaling systems. His role is essential in facilitating the successful expansion of the rail network in Ottawa, Ontario.